Special Education: The Future shape of the Special Schools network in greater Christchurch

The Government is investing $1.137 billion in education renewal in greater Christchurch. This provided a timely and unique opportunity to consider the region’s current special education provision to design a network that best serves our community in the future.

The Ministry of Education, along with the three Christchurch special schools and their wider communities have been working closely on the future shape of the network.

We aim to enhance our special schooling network in greater Christchurch to ensure that we have access to the network, enhance inclusive practice and support the success of students with special education needs.

The time and commitment the three special schools and their communities put into this process provides a strong base for the future shape of the special schools network in greater Christchurch. We appreciate the support from the schools and their communities on this project.